Jawline Shapes

Pointed Jawline

A pointed jawline ends in a narrow, projecting chin.

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Illustration of pointed jawline

How to tell if you have pointed jawline

  1. Your chin is narrow and projects forward or down.
  2. The jaw narrows sharply toward it.
  3. In profile the chin is prominent.

Pointed jawline

Full beards balance a pointed chin.

Grooming and style tips

  • Full beards add width and soften the point.
  • Hair with volume at chin level balances the lower face.
  • Avoid very long goatees, which exaggerate the point.

Pointed Jawline vs similar jawline shapes

Frequently asked questions

Is a pointed chin common?

It's common with heart, diamond and inverted triangle faces.

Is a pointed chin attractive?

A defined chin is often seen as attractive; whether it reads as pointed depends on the rest of the face.

Other jawline shapes